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NeonLink vs Shaarli

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted bookmarks & read-it-later options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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NE NeonLink Bookmark service with unique design and simple installation with VS SH Shaarli Personal, minimalist link-sharing bookmark app
FeatureNeonLinkShaarli
CategoryBookmarks & Read-It-LaterBookmarks & Read-It-Later
LicenseMITGPL-3.0
LanguageJavaScriptPHP
Setup difficultyMediumEasy
Min. RAM512 MB128 MB
Deploymentdockerdocker, bare-metal
GitHub stars★ 407★ 3,888
First released20262013
Replaces—Pocket, Delicious

Why pick each one

Choose NeonLink if…

  • Released under the MIT license
  • First-class Docker support for quick deployment
  • Written in JavaScript
  • Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
NeonLink details

Choose Shaarli if…

  • Extremely lightweight
  • Easy to back up
  • Can be public or private
Shaarli details

Frequently asked questions

Is NeonLink or Shaarli better?

Shaarli is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider NeonLink if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are NeonLink and Shaarli free and open-source?

Yes. NeonLink is licensed under MIT and Shaarli under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run NeonLink and Shaarli with Docker?

NeonLink: yes. Shaarli: yes.

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